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Abdul Hakim Fadel, the First Undersecretary of the Ministry of Electricity and Energy, has undertaken a comprehensive review of the electricity landscape across liberated governorates, emphasizing the imperative for strategic projects to bolster power generation, notably renewable energy initiatives. In a pivotal meeting with a delegation from the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), Fadel shed light on the Ministry’s concerted efforts, spearheaded by Minister Engineer Mani’ Bin Yammine, aimed at elevating electricity service standards and enacting reforms pivotal for advancing the electricity sector.
Fadel underscored the Ministry’s fervent commitment to fostering stronger ties with international donor agencies and organizations, recognizing the pivotal role of renewable energy projects as a cornerstone of power generation, particularly in rural and underserved regions. He highlighted the inclusive nature of such projects, noting their significance in addressing societal needs, particularly for marginalized segments such as women, and their pivotal role in fostering rural development and enhancing livelihoods.
Moreover, Fadel outlined the Ministry’s meticulous approach to renewable energy initiatives, spearheaded by Minister Mani bin Yameen, which encompasses comprehensive studies and field surveys to identify optimal project locations. The Ministry has curated a strategic map pinpointing key implementation areas for renewable energy projects, either through domestic channels or via international support from esteemed entities like the World Bank and the UNDP. Fadel reiterated the Ministry’s unwavering commitment to facilitating cooperation and providing requisite support to donors and stakeholders within the electric energy domain.
In response, representatives from the UNDP expressed their appreciation for the Ministry’s proactive stance and commitment to providing necessary facilitations, commending the Ministry’s robust plans and programs related to renewable energy.
The high-profile meeting saw the presence of key stakeholders, including Muhammad Fahd Al-Ariqi, the Director-General of Externally Funded Projects at the Ministry of Electricity, Engineer Muhammad Hamid Al-Shabi, the Director-General of Renewable Energy, and various other officials from both the Ministry and the UNDP. This gathering underscores a collective determination to propel [Country]’s energy sector towards a sustainable, renewable future. |
